Decorating with Wall Clocks - Mix Decoration With Functionality
Decorating with wall clocks adds color and life to your room!
Most people use a clock only as a functional item, but it can be great for decoration as well. In fact, they're being used more and more as decorative items.
I especially like seeing a unique, oversized contemporary wall clock in modern interiors. It commands a presence in the room, and is decorative and functional at the same time!
Stock exchanges and big companies with international clients often have several clocks reflecting the time in New York, London, Berlin, Moscow, Hong Kong, Sydney etc. We've all seen this on TV, at work, or on the internet.
Have you ever thought of displaying the same thing at home?
A row of clocks combines decoration with functionality. It won’t kill your budget either! You can get a beautiful wall clock or two---or even three--on many cool home decor websites--or even on eBay for $50 to $100 total, depending upon the size and design. And it’s a very convenient home decor item if you have a friend or relative in a different time zone. The person will be impressed you no longer wake him or her out of bed anymore. You'll never be accused of incorrectly calculating the time change again!
Floor clocks are also popular. And with manufacturers like Howard Miller, Seiko and Bulova at the helm, the contemporary designs are sleek, and can gracefully or boldly add to modern interiors.
When decorating with wall clocks, you may also consider making your own clock.
We all keep plenty of useless stuff around the house. Why not turn it into a useful and great-looking item that peacefully ticks the hours away?
For example, use a damaged CD, an old vinyl record or perhaps even a life preserver! Combine it with the required clock mechanisms (found on the internet or at a clock parts or repair shop), add a metal or wooden plate for extra stability, and you’ll have a unique clock that you made yourself!
A clock is a perfect gift!
Do you have a friend that still dreams of owning an early 70’s Corvette? Does your mom always sheds a tear when hearing the golden voice of Elvis Presley? Does your nephew collect everything related to dinosaurs? Does your father loves his daily Miller Lite?
Gift shops are now chock full of clocks made from just about anything--beautiful art prints, slate and marble slabs, pop culture items, nuts, bolts and industrial parts, beer can replicas, and of course, the funky neon wall clocks that have been popular for years. Shop around and select your favorites. You're sure to find an interesting clock that will make a perfect gift for everyone on your list!
One tip, though - Make sure the clock colors coordinate well with the wall colors. Keep that in mind and you'll see that decorating with wall clocks is tons of fun!
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